My Ares Son-in-Law

The high collar of the woman's cheongsam accentuated her long, swan-like neck, which was fair and elegant, radiating a soft glow under the light.

Her gaze swept over Xiao Chen's body almost imperceptibly, as if admiring a precious work of art. Finally, it even lingered briefly on his crotch with a hint of amusement, her eyes carrying a touch of provocation and seduction.

Then, she let out a light laugh that was as clear as a silver bell but also had a hooky quality: "Hehehe... Little Brother Xiao's physique looks quite sturdy."

Despite the woman before him possessing captivating charm, every smile and gesture a picture-perfect scene, her delicate face and graceful figure exuding a fatal allure, Xiao Chen's heart remained as calm and undisturbed as a deep well.

His eyes were calm and resolute, as if no external temptations could shake his heart.

He gently set down his teacup, the clinking sound breaking the brief, ambiguous atmosphere, and cut straight to the point: "Miss Murong, there's no need for formalities."

"May I participate in the auction for my elixirs?"

"That's the main reason I came here today."

When Murong Wan saw his directness, a look of surprise flashed across her eyes. That look of surprise was like a shooting star streaking across the night sky, gone in an instant, and then turned into even greater interest.

A slight upturn of her lips revealed a meaningful smile, as if she was quite satisfied with Xiao Chen's directness.

She gracefully crossed her long, slender, and fair legs, the movement elegant and composed. The high slit of her cheongsam, due to her movement, subtly revealed a breathtakingly white curve, like snowflakes in winter, pure and alluring.

"of course can."

She nodded, her voice still soft and alluring, as if capable of captivating anyone, "I just wonder, little brother Xiao, where did you obtain this elixir... from?"

"This elixir is extraordinary; its origin must also be remarkable."

As she spoke, she tried to convey some ambiguous message with her seemingly expressive eyes, which were full of allure and inquiry, as if she wanted to get more secrets from Xiao Chen.

"Source cannot be disclosed."

Xiao Chen's tone was as cold as the winter wind, leaving no room for negotiation, as if the origin of the elixir was an untouchable taboo in his heart.

His gaze was firm and cold as he stared straight at Murong Wan without the slightest hesitation or retreat.

Murong Wan was slightly taken aback, and her bright smile froze for a moment, but she quickly smiled even more brightly, like a flower blooming in spring, as if she didn't mind his indifference at all: "That's right, it was my rudeness, please don't be offended, little brother Xiao."

“Everyone has their own secrets, and you shouldn’t pry into them like this.”

She readily changed her strategy, sat up straighter, and her previously languid posture became dignified. She said seriously, "Then... how many of these pills does Brother Xiao intend to auction?"

Her eyes held a hint of expectation and curiosity, as she wanted to get more information from Xiao Chen.

Xiao Chen didn't waste any words; he was always decisive and efficient, and disliked dragging things out.

He took out another slightly larger jade bottle from his pocket. The jade bottle was made of warm, smooth material and emitted a faint luster, as if it contained some kind of mysterious power.

He gently unscrewed the bottle cap and poured out the remaining three pills. The pills landed on the small rosewood table with a crisp sound. The three pills were round and full, like three dazzling pearls, and their fragrance instantly filled the entire room, making one feel refreshed and relaxed.

Xiao Chen calmly said, "There are three in total. The one you just saw was a sample."

Even with Murong Wan's extensive knowledge and deep cunning, having seen countless rare treasures and weathered countless storms, her beautiful eyes still couldn't help but tremble slightly when she saw the two equally round and plump pills, exuding a fragrant aroma, appearing before her eyes, as if struck by lightning.

Her breathing quickened instantly, her chest rose and fell slightly, and a blush rose on her originally fair cheeks.

The quality of these three pills far exceeded her expectations. She knew that if these three pills appeared at the auction, they would cause a huge uproar.

"Miss Murong, what price do you think these three pills will fetch?"

Xiao Chen asked casually, his tone relaxed and natural, but he was actually observing her reaction.

A sharp glint lurked in his eyes, like a cheetah hidden in the shadows, constantly watching its prey's every move.

Murong Wan took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down and suppress the shock in her heart.

Her gaze was fixed intently on the pills, as if she wanted to see right through them.

She swallowed, moistening her dry throat, before slowly saying, "If handled properly, three at once, conservatively speaking... at least a billion."

"These three pills are of extremely high quality and have powerful medicinal effects. They are rare treasures for many cultivators and wealthy people, and they will definitely fight for them at all costs."

She paused, then changed the subject, looking at Xiao Chen with a hint of wisdom and strategy in her eyes, "However, Xiao Chen, things are valued for their rarity."

"If you want to maximize the value of each one, I suggest... only bidding on one this time."

"In this way, those who want the pills will bid even more frantically. You can do whatever you want with the other two."

"For example, you can leave them to some important people, or use them as bargaining chips for the future."

Xiao Chen naturally didn't miss the fleeting fervor and longing in her eyes. Her gaze was like a torch suddenly lit in the dark night, burning and urgent, instantly betraying her true inner thoughts.

He understood perfectly, and a faint smile curved his lips, a smile that carried a hint of confidence and composure, as if everything was under his control: "In that case, Miss Murong, could you offer a sincere price for the other two pills?"

"I, Xiao Chen, have never liked beating around the bush. Let's be frank and speak plainly."

Murong Wan's chest heaved violently, the curve of which resembled surging waves, revealing the extreme turmoil within her.

She suddenly raised her head, her once charming and captivating eyes now filled with unprecedented seriousness and excitement. Her gaze seemed to see right through Xiao Chen, staring intently at him as if he would disappear in the blink of an eye: "Mr. Xiao, do you mean... you are willing to directly transfer these two pills to my Murong family?"

Her voice trembled slightly with excitement, and each word seemed to be squeezed out from between her teeth.

Without realizing it, her way of addressing Xiao Chen had changed from the slightly teasing "Little Brother Xiao" to the more formal "Mr. Xiao." (End of Chapter)